Research Fellow - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing

About the role

The Research Fellow joins Yardhura Walani, the National Centre for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Wellbeing Research, and contributes to nationally significant research on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing. Working within the Culture and Wellbeing team, the Fellow manages and contributes to national research projects on quality of wellbeing and the commercial determinants of health, collaborating with colleagues across the centre, the university and external partners such as community organisations, government and NGOs. The appointment provides temporary leave coverage and supports the continuity of research projects, outputs and community partnerships.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver research project milestones and contractual requirements
• Conduct and disseminate research
• Prepare publications, conference and seminar papers
• Contribute to research administration
• Provide supervision or guidance to research support staff and honours and postgraduate research projects

Required profile

• A relevant doctoral qualification, or equivalent qualifications and research experience, plus postdoctoral research experience demonstrated through publications, conference papers, reports or other contributions
• Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with a strong understanding of their cultures and respectful, culturally sensitive communication
• Experience with quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
• Strong organisational and communication skills, ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards when handling sensitive data
• Rights to live and work in Australia

What we offer

• Salary package of $124,638 to $141,317 per annum plus 17% superannuation
• Full-time, fixed-term appointment of up to 12 months
• Academic Level B classification

To apply, candidates must upload a statement addressing the selection criteria and a current CV with at least three referees, plus any other documents requested. Applications that do not address the selection criteria may not be considered.